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Blackstar Doug Aldrich DA100 RUBY | 100-Watt Head
New Signature OD Voice - Enhanced Midrange - Footswitchable Effects Loop w/Software Customization
The Blackstar DA100 RUBY is Doug Aldrich's first-ever signature amplifier, a collaboration born from his pursuit of the perfect tone. Developed over a year with Blackstar's R&D team, this 100-watt head boasts a new OD voice for vintage Plexi-style tones, enhanced midrange for powerful chords, and a footswitchable effects loop with software customisation for seamless transitions. Its striking red finish, a tribute to Aldrich's daughter Ruby, is complemented by premium aesthetics. Designed for both live and studio use, the DA100 RUBY delivers a wide range of tones, from warm cleans to aggressive leads, with exceptional responsiveness to the player's touch.
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Blackstar Amplification proudly unveils its fifth signature artist collaboration with none other than guitar virtuoso Doug Aldrich. Known for his impressive career with legendary bands like Whitesnake, Dio, Burning Rain, and The Dead Daisies, Aldrich has finally ventured into the world of signature amplifiers with the DA100 RUBY. This marks a significant milestone for the guitarist, who has previously collaborated on numerous signature products but never before on an amplifier.
The DA100 RUBY is the culmination of over a year of meticulous collaboration between Aldrich and Blackstar's R&D team. The result is an extraordinary amplifier meticulously crafted to capture Aldrich's iconic tone.
Key Features and Advantages:
- Signature OD Voice: A new overdrive voice was specifically designed to deliver a vintage, hot-rodded Plexi-style punch, providing the searing drive tones Aldrich is renowned for. This unique voicing offers players a distinct and powerful sonic palette.
- Enhanced Midrange: The midrange frequencies have been carefully tweaked to provide a powerful, chest-thumping response, especially when playing power chords. This ensures a thick, impactful tone that cuts through any mix.
- Footswitchable Effects Loop with Software Customisation: The upgraded effects loop is now footswitchable via the included 5-way foot controller, offering greater control during live performances. Furthermore, the loop now features software customisation, allowing users to adjust the effect "tails" after the loop is disengaged. Using Blackstar's free Architect software, players can precisely set the tail length and store it in the amp, ensuring seamless transitions between effects.
- Striking Aesthetics: The amp's striking red finish is a tribute to Aldrich's daughter, Ruby. This bold colour is complemented by colour-matched knobs and a sleek brushed aluminium panel, creating a timeless yet modern look.
- Exceptional Responsiveness: Aldrich emphasises the amp's incredible responsiveness, reacting instantly to every nuance of his playing. This allows for a highly dynamic and expressive playing experience.
- Versatile Tonal Palette: From lush, warm cleans to aggressive, ripping leads, the DA100 RUBY offers a wide range of tones suitable for various musical styles, from blues to metal.
- Built for Live and Studio Use: Aldrich proclaims the DA100 RUBY as the most perfect live and recording amp he has ever played, highlighting its versatility and professional-grade performance.
The DA100 RUBY is a testament to Doug Aldrich's lifelong pursuit of the perfect tone and Blackstar's commitment to innovation. This amp is designed to inspire and empower guitarists of all levels to achieve their own sonic aspiration.